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A good rule of thumb is to try to keep the page as uncluttered as possible. Thought I bought a violin in the states from a violinmaker in Germany. Some fine tuners have mechanisms that are loose or become loose with time and should be replaced, yet can be CAREFULLY squeezed with pliers for a “temporary” fix. a. Enjoy this Thursday Throwback of then 3-year-old prodigy Akim Camara, introuced by Andre Rieu at his 'Flying Dutchman Concert' at Parkstad Stadium in the Nederlands (2004).

Prolific maker, good varnish, fair tone, fine repairer. They have a similar core to Dominants, so they have less tension. Electric Violin Shop is the leader in amplified strings, providing unparalleled selection, free instrument setups, expert advice and friendly customer service. Wood Pickup: Powerful pickup and great tone – our exclusive design. The Manual for Violin Restoration, co-authored by Hans Weisshaar and Margaret Shipman, was a milestone for the company and the violin making trade.

It is labeled "Edition Soliani Salisburgo-Roma 106 Rampante anno 2012". The type of sound and feel of the string is very similar to the Eudoxas. Small sizes, thin or thick gauges, obscure brands...we have a vast selection to meet the needs of every player, instrument and budget. This is truly a masterpiece for advanced players and teachers. In June 2014, The 1731 “Kreutzer” violin, which had a presale estimate of $7.5 million to $10 million failed to reach the reserve price after a sealed-bid auction that began June 6, at Christie’s auction house.

For this reason I like rotational policies. The Obligato’s synthetic core is extremely stable and resistant to changes in humidity and temperature. A very nice combination of sweetness and power; responsive at all dynamic levels - a great value in performance level violins. Both are less complicated than the vibrations of the bars and skins of the percussion family. Vision Titanium Orchestra Vision Titanium Orchestra strings are targeted to orchestra players as well as chamber music players.

What’s the difference between an E string with a ball end or loop end? This list changes and grows on almost a daily basis due to new discoveries and submissions. He made fairly good instruments, but used a dingy yellow varnish. Can be heard faintly in Shrek 4-D when a spider comes down in front of Donkey. For sale, Vector Omega 4-string electric violin. This is the original method of making violin strings, and some violinists still use them today.

Mantua about 1739-50; copied Strad; resembles also Landolfi; excellent tone. S. and around the world Proceeds from sales of “Joyful” will be donated directly to Buckner International Orphan Care and its program, Shoes For Orphan Souls. Most of the wood used in violin making is split or cut "on the quarter" for greatest strength. These strings often have the slowest response, there is a slight resistance, an effect that is more pronounced on some instruments than others.

Your question and answer privileges have been disabled. Due to the fact that this antiquing process is unique with each instrument, each instrument would have its own unique, individual look. With a constantly changing stock, we predominantly offer old instruments but also carry a range of modern instruments that are carefully set up to a professional standard in our workshop, as well as fine quality old and new bows, cases and accessories. A full-size violin alongside a 1/16th size.

It is used to change the pitch of the instrument, which occurs when the violinist presses the strings down onto its surface. Our rentals are month to month with all payments applying to ownership, and you can return the instrument to us at any time with no obligation to buy. We buy quality stringed instruments or we can sell your violin, viola or cello on a commission basis. That's 8 passes of legato intervals, all sampled in long format so each note has time to breathe.

A performer and teacher, Robert had a mission to find string instruments for his students that were superior quality, but affordable in price. Each maker handles how the purfling is inlaid slightly differently. Larsen violin strings, founded by its founder, Laurits Th. If you have fine tuners, place the small metal ball in the appropriate slot. If you are near a university with an extensive music library, there is a good chance they would have some of these books (most universities have online catalogs).

I guess finding a good luthier in itself could be worth a thread, as not all music shops/luthiers are at the same standard. In August 2000, the Virginia Symphony was accepted into the International Conference of Symphony and Opera Musicians, officially entering the �major league� of symphony orchestras. A vibrating string can produce a motion that is rich in harmonics (different frequencies of vibration). Also the extra weight of the top of the case with all that music can be hard on the hinges.